It’s time to get out and get connected with your community, and Northern Indiana is providing you plenty of opportunities! Whether you’re looking to hit a live show, discuss art, reminisce with your friends, or just spend some time outdoors,...
Donald A. Girouard was raised in southern Louisiana. His family’s spread out between there and Arkansas. His father was a truck driver, so he moved from place to place as a kid. He did wind up going to high school in Alexandria, joining the United...
What’s recently happened? After a six year hiatus, the Penn High School Talent Show made its return on Jan 22. Over 200 people gathered in the Center for Performing Arts to watch 14 student acts, consisting of: comedy, singing, rock bands, spoken...
For 25 years, Dee Dee Gerber has been a dedicated educator within the School City of Mishawaka. As an English teacher and instructional coach at Mishawaka High School, she brings a deep passion for literature and writing that traces back to her own...
Dress to the nines for Tri Kappa Iota’s annual gala Looking for an excuse to dress in your best this Friday? Tri Kappa Iota’s annual gala gives you the perfect opportunity! Taking place in Journeyman Distillery’s Valparaiso location, the gala...
Ashleigh Jett was born and raised in the small community of Lothian in Maryland. She came to Indiana after moving to Hammond around the time of her early teenage years. She graduated from Carmel High School near Indianapolis. She’s been a homemaker...
What’s recently happened? Christmas break is coming up! Marian High School's last day of school was December 20. With Christmas break approaching that can only mean one thing, everyone’s minds were on finals. On Wednesday, December 18,...
With years spent working in higher education and nonprofit leadership, Sam Centellas’ career has been defined by a passion for community. Now, as the executive director of CDFI Friendly South Bend, he continues to bring positive change to the...
It may be cold, but fun things are heating up in Northern Indiana! From festivals and concerts to seed swaps and learning opportunities, events throughout the area are bringing you plenty of chances to get out with your friends, family, and neighbors...
James Solarek and his wife have been heavily involved with foster care affairs since 2012. In 2019, they launched Michiana Family Center, a nonprofit dedicated to providing assistance and support to foster children and adoptive families. Solarek...
